1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 296 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1976 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (170 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Tracer | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
